Luxury holiday rentals on Greek Islands

Made famous by Captain Corelli's Mandolin, this lush Ionian island has cosmopolitan resorts where you can shop and relax, sheltered beaches like Myrtos Bay, and natural wonders like the Dragorati Cave.

The picturesque charms of this small island reached a world-wide public when it was featured in the hit musical comedy Mamma Mia. Go horseback riding through pine forests and olive groves, seek out isolated getaways like Lalaria beach or hang out in the tavernas of Skiathos Town.

Known for its glamorous international party scene, Mykonos offers round-the-clock entertainment with beach clubs, celebrity restaurants and trendy discos. Alternatively, you can always escape into its landscape of windmills and quaint, whitewashed villages.

This volcanic island fringed with multicoloured sand is one of Greece's top destinations for luxury holidays. On the north-west of the island, smart villages and towns like Oia, Imerovigli and Pyrgos are all bywords for extreme pampering, and the capital Fira has a lively mix of cultural attractions.

Photogenic coastline like the magnificent Smuggler's Cove has helped to make Zakynthos an up-and-comer in Greek island luxury holidays. Upscale resorts offer a whole host of activities for all the family, while the capital Zante has a sophisticated vibe with its art galleries, yacht-filled marinas, and a Venetian castle.